2002 Mercedes SL-Class Owner's Manual - Page 253
2002 Mercedes SL-Class Manual
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5. Horizontal headlamp aim (Low beams on): Turn adjusting screw (1) (Right front headlamp: counterclockwise to adjust to the left, clockwise to the right; left front headlamp: counterclockwise to adjust to the right, clockwise to the left.) until the headlamps (low beam) illuminate the test screen as shown. The vertex of the angle formed in each beam image should align with the vertical centerline (8) of each lamp. The left and right headlamps must be adjusted individually. 6. This indicator (7) in the sight glass should align with the "0" mark after any horizontal adjustment. If it does not, depress latch (5) and remove access cover (4) from the headlamp (left side only). Insert and turn screwdriver on adjuster (3) until scale (7) is centered on the "0" mark. Graduations: 0.38° pitch. 7. Reinstall access cover (4). Note: If it is not possible to obtain a proper headlamp adjustment, have the system checked at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. 249 Exterior lamps Instruments and controls Operation Driving Instrument cluster display Practical hints Car care Technical data Index